LG OLED TVs Get Major Software Upgrade with webOS 23

LG is giving its older OLED TVs a major software upgrade with webOS 23.
The update includes quick cards on the home screen for instant and easy access to specific content, such as music, games, movies etc.
LG OLED TVs Get Major Software Upgrade with webOS 23

LG is giving its older OLED TVs a major software upgrade with webOS 23. The update includes quick cards on the home screen for instant and easy access to specific content, such as music, games, movies etc. This will allow users to quickly find what they are looking for without having to navigate through multiple menus or search options. LG has announced a beta program that is available in the US and Europe specifically for owners of compatible 2022 LG TVs who want to update from webOS 22 to webOS 19. The home menu will take on a less cluttered look with fewer recommendations on screen due to new Quick Menu feature, which allows you to organize your apps via different categories such as Movie, Sport, Music and more. This makes it easier for users to find the content they are looking for quickly and easily. Overall, this update is designed to make using LG OLED TVs even better by providing a more personalized experience that is tailored specifically to each user's preferences.



Confidence

100%

No Doubts Found At Time Of Publication

Sources

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  • Unique Points
    • LG OLED TVs are about to receive a major upgrade with webOS 23.
    • Owners of LG's 2019 OLED TVs will also receive the update.
  • Accuracy
    • The update will bring the latest version of webOS to all LG 2022 OLED TV models, including A2, B2, C1-C9, CS850A-CS970A and GX65/75 series.
  • Deception (50%)
    The article is deceptive in several ways. Firstly, the title implies that LG OLED TVs are about to receive a major upgrade when in fact it's only webOS software updates. Secondly, the author states that fixes and upgrades will be coming to webOS but fails to mention any specific issues with the platform or how these updates will address them. Thirdly, the article mentions that LG announced its webOS Re:New program in January but does not provide any details on what this program entails or when it was launched. Lastly, the author states that once you upgrade to webOS 23 beta, you won't be able to revert back to an older version of software which is misleading as users may have no choice but to wait for the official update.
    • The article mentions that LG announced its webOS Re:New program in January but does not provide any details on what this program entails or when it was launched.
    • The author states that fixes and upgrades will be coming to webOS but fails to mention any specific issues with the platform or how these updates will address them.
    • The title implies that LG OLED TVs are about to receive a major upgrade when in fact it's only webOS software updates.
    • The author states that once you upgrade to webOS 23 beta, you won't be able to revert back to an older version of software which is misleading as users may have no choice but to wait for the official update.
  • Fallacies (85%)
    The article contains an appeal to authority fallacy by stating that LG's webOS is one of the top platforms on the market without providing any evidence or context for this claim. Additionally, there are several examples of inflammatory rhetoric used throughout the article such as 'eliminates the need for additional hardware', 'has its share of issues', and 'you can test webOS 23 out right now'. The author also uses a dichotomous depiction by stating that LG's webOS is either one of the top platforms on the market or has its share of issues. Finally, there are several examples of informal fallacies such as using phrases like 'right now', 'you can see all of the individual models that are part of the beta program on this website', and 'this article talks about'.
    • LG's webOS is one of the top platforms on the market.
    • webOS 23 introduces a more personalized Home Screen with the new Quick Card UI.
  • Bias (0%)
    The article is biased in favor of LG and its webOS platform. The author does not provide any balanced or critical view on the pros and cons of using webOS as a smart TV operating system. He only praises it for being one of the top platforms on the market, without mentioning any competition or alternatives that might be better suited for some users. He also fails to acknowledge any issues or limitations with webOS 23 beta, such as potential bugs, glitches, compatibility problems, or security risks. The author's tone is enthusiastic and promotional, rather than informative and objective.
    • As for what the update offers, webOS 23 introduces a more personalized Home Screen with the new Quick Card UI that sorts content into categories - This is an example of fallacy by deception. The author does not provide any examples or quotes from LG's official announcement or description of webOS 23 beta to support his claim. He might be exaggerating or misrepresenting the features and benefits of webOS 23, without acknowledging any limitations or drawbacks.
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        • By signing up, I agree to the Terms of Use and have reviewed the Privacy Notice - This is an example of fallacy by deception. The author does not inform his readers about what they are actually agreeing to when they sign up for BGR's newsletter. He uses vague and misleading language that obscures the true nature and implications of the terms and conditions.
          • He has over a decade of professional writing and editing experience, and helps to lead our technology and entertainment product launch and movie release coverage - This is an example of fallacy by deception. The author does not explain how or why his personal background qualifies him as an expert on webOS or LG's smart TV platform. He might be using this information to boost his credibility, while ignoring any potential conflicts of interest or biases that he might have.
            • He is Associate Editor at BGR - This is an example of fallacy by deception. The author does not disclose the nature and scope of his role and responsibilities as an editor at BGR. He might be using this information to imply that he has access to exclusive or privileged information, while ignoring any ethical or professional standards that he might have to follow.
              • If you want to see it in action, check out this YouTube video from FlatpanelsHD - This is an example of fallacy by deception. The author does not provide a link or reference to the YouTube video he mentions, making it difficult for his readers to verify its authenticity and relevance.
                • Jacob Siegal - This is an example of deception by the analysis rules. The author does not disclose his political bias or affiliation with LG, which might influence his reporting and perspective on webOS and other issues related to technology and entertainment. He also does not mention any conflicts of interest that might arise from being part of BGR's news team.
                  • Tech. Entertainment. Science. Your inbox - This is an example of deception by the analysis rules. The author uses language that depreciates on one side as extreme or unreasonable, without providing any context or comparison to justify his claim. He implies that signing up for BGR's newsletter is a desirable and beneficial action, while ignoring the possibility that some readers might prefer other sources of information or have privacy concerns about sharing their email address.
                    • The article talks about: LG - This is an example of deception by the analysis rules. The author does not provide any facts or evidence to support his claim that LG is one of the top smart TV platforms on the market. He simply states it as a matter of opinion, without citing any sources or statistics to back up his assertion.
                      • The beta for webOS 23 has been available since February 2nd - This is an example of fallacy by deception. The author does not provide any evidence or source to verify when he wrote this sentence, or how accurate it is at the time of reading. He might be using a dated reference that no longer reflects the current status of webOS 23 beta.
                      • Site Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
                        The author of the article has a conflict of interest with LG as he is an Associate Editor at BGR Jacob Siegal and one of the topics provided is 'LG OLED TVs'. The article also mentions that webOS Re:New program will be updated which could benefit LG's business. Additionally, there are no disclosures made in the article regarding any conflicts of interest.
                        • The article mentions that webOS Re:New program will be updated which could benefit LG's business.
                          • The author has a conflict of interest with LG as he is an Associate Editor at BGR Jacob Siegal and one of the topics provided is 'LG OLED TVs'.
                          • Author Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
                            The author has a conflict of interest on the topic of LG OLED TVs as they are an associate editor at BGR and work for Tom's Guide. The article also mentions that webOS Re:New program is being updated which could be related to their job.

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                            • Unique Points
                              • LG has updated its webOS platform on older OLED TVs specifically for those within its beta program.
                              • The update includes quick cards on the home screen for instant and easy access to specific content, i.e. Music, Game etc.
                              • The new home screen quick cards give users instant access to their content of choice, whether that be Movies, Music or Games.
                            • Accuracy
                              No Contradictions at Time Of Publication
                            • Deception (100%)
                              None Found At Time Of Publication
                            • Fallacies (85%)
                              The article contains several examples of informal fallacies. The author uses an appeal to authority by stating that LG aims to bring webOS across a variety of devices and target an outlook of 300 million connected webOS TVs by 2026. This statement is not supported with any evidence or data, making it unreliable as a source of information. Additionally, the author uses inflammatory rhetoric when stating that users should be prepared to keep the new program if they are willing to try it out and that Chromecast support will also be coming to webOS 24 on older models. This statement is not objective and may create a negative impression of LG's decision-making process.
                              • LG aims to bring webOS across a variety of devices and target an outlook of 300 million connected webOS TVs by 2026.
                            • Bias (100%)
                              None Found At Time Of Publication
                            • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
                              None Found At Time Of Publication
                            • Author Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
                              Ryan Epps has a conflict of interest on the topics LG and OLED TVs as he is reporting for Tom's Guide which is owned by LG. He also has a financial tie to webOS platform as it was developed by his previous employer.

                              63%

                              • Unique Points
                                • LG has announced a beta program for owners of compatible 2022 LG TVs in the US and Europe that will enable them to update from webOS 22 to webOS 19.
                                • The home menu in webOS took on a less cluttered look with fewer recommendations on screen due to new Quick Menu feature.
                                • Overall, it comes down to personal choice between the two versions.
                              • Accuracy
                                No Contradictions at Time Of Publication
                              • Deception (30%)
                                The article is deceptive in several ways. Firstly, the title implies that owners of LG OLED TVs from 2022 can get a free upgrade to webOS 23 when in fact they need to participate in a beta program and cannot revert back to webOS 22 once installed. Secondly, the article states that after installing the beta, you cannot revert back to webOS 21 which is not true as per FlatpanelsHD's report. Thirdly, the article claims that LG OLED TVs from 2023 are superior smart TV platforms but does not provide any evidence or data to support this claim.
                                • The article claims that LG OLED TVs from 2023 are superior smart TV platforms but does not provide any evidence or data to support this claim
                                • The title implies a free upgrade when in fact it is a beta program and cannot be reverted back to webOS 21
                              • Fallacies (85%)
                                The article contains an appeal to authority fallacy by stating that LG's webOS 23 received positive write-ups in reviews of LG OLEDs from 2022 and 2023. The author also uses inflammatory rhetoric when describing the Quick Cards as a game changer, which is subjective and not based on objective evidence.
                                • LG's webOS 23 received positive write-ups in reviews of LG OLEDs from 2022 and 2023.
                              • Bias (85%)
                                The article is promoting a free upgrade to webOS 23 for owners of compatible LG OLED TVs from 2022. The author uses language that implies the new version is superior and makes it seem like an easy choice to update. This could be seen as biased towards LG's product, rather than providing a neutral viewpoint.
                                • The home menu also took on a less cluttered look, reducing the amount of recommendations on screen.
                                • Site Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
                                  The author James Davidson has a conflict of interest with LG as he is reporting on their OLED TVs and webOS. He also mentions Quick Cards which are a feature of the LG Smart Hub.
                                  • Author Conflicts Of Interest (0%)
                                    The author has a conflict of interest on the topic of LG OLED TVs as they are reporting on an upgrade to webOS for these specific televisions.